Meet the Staff

Our team has a heart for leading people to life in Christ. Working in ministry often means there's little time for other interests, but we manage to squeeze in a little fun now and then. To catch a glimpse of our personalities and hobbies, hover over a team member's photo. Enjoy! Our gratitude to TBCer Stacey Lawrenz Zoll for taking our photos!

PASTORAL STAFF

Jim Congdon, Lead Pastor

Hometown: Portland, ORSpouse: Melody Childhood ambition: to be a great husband and fatherHobbies: golf, reading, archaeologyIf he could have one superpower it would be: invisibilityMost influential read: the Bible (of course!)Personal heroes: Luis Palau, Haddon Robinson, Chip Pollard

Doug Will, Executive Pastor

Hometown: Denison, KSSpouse: PaulaChildhood ambition: cartographyHobbies: playing piano, attending his sons' athletic events, going to the gymFavorite part of his work: helping men develop their leadership skills in the home and at work and helping the TBC staff further hone their skills to impact others for ChristMost influential read: Know Why You Believe by Paul LittleWishes he had this superpower: the ability to be in multiple places at the same timePersonal hero: his dad, an "incredible example of what it means to be a godly man"

Nat Diliberto, Pastor of Care & Facilities Manager

Hometown: Wheaton, ILSpouse: PattyChildhood ambition: becoming a musicianSpecial talent: makes a mean batch of popcornFavorite part of his work: seeing the facility completely ready and prepared for Sunday worshipMost influential books: from the Bible - book of John and 1 JohnIf I could have one superpower it would be: flying

Hank Nelson, Pastor of Care (part-time)

Hometown: Golf, ILSpouse: NanChildhood ambition: something in the sports worldHobbies: cheering on the Cubs, exercising, the outdoorsFavorite part of his work: being able to help lead people to life in ChristDream travel destination: adventure activities in New ZealandMost influential read: outside the Bible, Victory Over the Darkness by Neil Anderson/Freedom in Christ MinistryPersonal heroes: growing up it was Ron Santo, 3rd baseman for the Chicago Cubs

Jason Brent, Children's Pastor

Hometown: Topeka, KSSpouse: AngieChildhood ambition: Teaching or ministryHobbies: rehabbing broken down housesFavorite part of his work: getting to know families and teaching childrenMost people don't know that I'd like to: live in a yurt for a season of my lifePersonal heroes: Dave Ramsey, Reggie Joiner, CS Lewis

Joe Dalfonso, Young Adults Pastor

Hometown: Buffalo, NYSpouse: RebekahChildhood ambition: to be a geographerHobbies: hockey, swing dancing, mountain biking, theologyFavorite part of his work: connecting young adults with each other and seeing them make the most of this unique season in their lives by going all out for God (Eph. 5:15)Would like to travel to: IsraelPersonal heroes: Besides Jesus, Paul the Apostle

Patty Diliberto, Women's Ministry Director

Hometown: Arvada, CO Spouse: NatChildhood ambition: always wanted to sing and danceHobbies: reading, decorating, spending time with grandkidsFavorite part of her work: helping women discover who they are in Christ, and urging them on toward a greater love and devotion to himDream travel destination: ItalyMost influential book:The Pursuit of God by A.W. TozerIf I could have one superpower it would be: to change difficult circumstances for people

Sam Reid, Technical Arts Director

Hometown: Berryton, KSSpouse: JessieChildhood ambition: to be an architect or President of the United StatesHobbies: snow skiing, shooting firearms, boating, playing in the sand at the beachFavorite part of his work: encouraging, coaching, loving and inspiring the volunteers on my teamWishes he had this superpower: to be able to move at the speed of lightWould like to: snow ski on every continent

Teresa Jenkins, Communications Director

Hometown: Topeka, KSSpouse: JustinChildhood ambition: become a legislatorHobbies: hiking, watching classic movies from the 40s and 50sFavorite part of her work: using her skills and talents to serve our church family and the LordMost influential books: book of Philippians, Financial Peace and the Total Money Makeover by Dave RamseyDreams of traveling to: every single US National Park in an RV with her husband

Laura Fluke, Nursery Coordinator

Hometown: Topeka, KSChildhood ambition: to become a music teacherHobbies: scrapbookingFavorite part of her work: being around kids, teaching them the Bible and preschool conceptsMost influential books:You are My "I Love You"Dreams of traveling to: DisneyworldMy personal hero is: My husband. He pushes me to be more Christlike.

Tom Green, Housekeeping Director

Hometown: South Hutchinson, KSChildhood ambition: to become a lawyer, preacher, US senatorHobbies: kayaking, golf, softball, officiating youth sportsFavorite part of his work: the cooking he gets to do as a church volunteerMost influential books: the Bible, Frank Herbert's Dune series, Chronicles of NarniaIf he could have a superpower it would be: to cure the illDreams of traveling to: the Holy Land

Ken Mahner, Maintenance Director

Hometown: Topeka, KSChildhood ambition: farmingHobbies: enjoying his La-Z-Boy recliner, Big 12 basketball, Pioneer Boys ClubFavorite part of his work: getting the right part to do the right job (it's harder than it sounds)Most influential books: the Bible, Kävik the Wolf Dog by Walt MoreyIf he could have a superpower it would be: invisibilityDreams of traveling to: Israel

Lori Tennyson, Student Ministry Assistant

Hometown: Topeka, KSSpouse: MikeChildhood ambition: Journalism (but now she wants to be a defensive lineman for the Kansas City Chiefs!)Hobbies: watching football, playing triviaFavorite part of her work: Spending time with students and seeing them grow in their relationship with the Lord!Most influential read:Lord, I Need Grace to Make it Today, Kay ArthurPersonal hero: Grandma Scofield